Chicago-area flooding: Rainfall totals after heavy storms

Heavy rain and flash flooding overnight left major streets across the Chicago area waterlogged Tuesday morning, forcing traffic delays and CTA bus reroutes.

Hurricane Erin moves closer to US

Hurricane Erin rapidly intensified last week, going from a Category 1 hurricane to a Category 5 hurricane with winds of 160 mph in a matter of hours.

BP Whiting Refinery impacted by heavy storms
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The BP Whiting Refinery reported its operations were impacted by the thunderstorms overnight.

Suburban Chicago school to hold e-learning today due to storm damage

Oswego East High School will remain closed Tuesday as crews continue repairs from storm damage sustained during Monday night’s severe weather.

Chicago leaders urge action to recover from flash floods
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Flash flooding has causes devastation in recent months in Chicago and multiple aldermen are asking Mayor Brandon Johnson for financial help to assist families affected.

PHOTOS: Multiple rounds of storms, rain rip through Chicago area

Multiple rounds of storms and heavy rain ripped through the Chicago area on Monday, leading to advisories and warnings throughout the day.

Microburst hits large suburban condo building, leaving many without a home
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Mount Prospect firefighters say it was a microburst that hit a large condo building just before 5 p.m. Saturday, causing substantial damage. It could be months before some residents are able to return to their homes.

Hurricane Erin: How we track hurricanes, the dangers hurricanes bring
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Hurricane Erin has restrengthened to a Category 4 storm as it turns northwest and is expected to remain east of the U.S., according to the National Hurricane Center. As of 8 a.m. Monday, Erin was located at 23.1N and 70.5W with maximum sustained winds of 130 mph. Kaitlin Cody breaks down how we track hurricanes and the dangers that hurricanes can bring.

Hundreds without a home due to storm damage in Mount Prospect

Mount Prospect firefighters say it was a microburst that hit a large condo building just before 5 p.m. Saturday, causing substantial damage. It could be months before some residents are able to return to their homes.

Hundreds without a home due to storm damage
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Right now, more tha15,000 customers are without power. ComEd has made significant progress.